Welding Specialist Outdoor Projects
Company
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Location
Montreal, Quebec
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
22 hours ago
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Job Description
Position: Welding Specialist for Outdoor Projects
Location: Saint-Jérôme
Join our team as a Welding Specialist, focusing on fabrication and repair in outdoor settings. Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in various welding techniques and a commitment to safety.
This role involves fabricating structures from engineered drawings while maintaining safety standards. Working outdoors year-round, you will be a key player in meeting customer needs efficiently. Strong communication and adaptability are essential for collaborating with colleagues and clients in various conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Interpret and fabricate from engineered drawings
• Perform welding and repairs on-site for customers
• Ensure a clean and safe work environment
• Participate in equipment assembly and disassembly
• Work in diverse weather conditions year-round
Requirements:
• 5+ years of hands-on welding experience
• Clean Class G driver’s license required
• Certifications in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW are assets
• Comfortable with outdoor work and lifting 50 lbs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
Bring your passion for welding to a role that values skill development and safety in a supportive environment.
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Location: Saint-Jérôme
Join our team as a Welding Specialist, focusing on fabrication and repair in outdoor settings. Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in various welding techniques and a commitment to safety.
This role involves fabricating structures from engineered drawings while maintaining safety standards. Working outdoors year-round, you will be a key player in meeting customer needs efficiently. Strong communication and adaptability are essential for collaborating with colleagues and clients in various conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Interpret and fabricate from engineered drawings
• Perform welding and repairs on-site for customers
• Ensure a clean and safe work environment
• Participate in equipment assembly and disassembly
• Work in diverse weather conditions year-round
Requirements:
• 5+ years of hands-on welding experience
• Clean Class G driver’s license required
• Certifications in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW are assets
• Comfortable with outdoor work and lifting 50 lbs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
Bring your passion for welding to a role that values skill development and safety in a supportive environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Ontario as of January 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the general minimum wage in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour as of January 1 2026 for welders in non-unionized roles. Welders classified under skilled trades receive overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours per week. This rate applies uniformly across all sectors without provincial variations for this occupation.
What work permit requirements apply for international welders moving to Canada in 2026?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with an approved LMIA for NOC 72106 welders. Applicants need a minimum of two years paid experience in the last five years plus Red Seal endorsement. Processing takes 8 weeks for 80 percent of applications submitted after April 2026.
What education and certification are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada?
Employment and Social Development Canada lists completion of a 2-3 year apprenticeship or Red Seal certification as mandatory for NOC 72106 welder positions. Candidates must hold a high school diploma plus 6,000 hours of documented on-the-job training by December 2026. Provincial trade authorities issue the certificate of qualification after passing the Red Seal exam.
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the federal skilled trades program?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, Red Seal certificate, language test results at CLB 5 or higher, and proof of funds equaling CAD 13,757 for a single applicant as of 2026. The Express Entry profile requires an Educational Credential Assessment for any foreign training completed before submission. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5 MB each.
